v1.4.0rc1-16 Bug reports and comments

[sirhc]

Please post comments and reports bugs with v1.4.0rcX in this thread

Our first goal is to just fix any bugs or shortcomings found in v1.3.9 FINAL

We always suggest trying RC Versions on easy to access switches or better yet in lab environments first to insure they work for you.

FIXED
- Fixed SNMP reported uptime - rc2
- Fixed rare problem with mac table not loading - rc3
- Fixed small UI issues with Firefox and IE - rc3
- Fixed SNMP CPU counters - rc4
- Fixed SNMP firmware version string - rc4
- Fixed so log messages now used VLAN ID instead of index - rc4
- Fixed RADIUS to work with SSH- rc9
- Fixed port not being in VLAN Bug- rc9
- Fixed pps being included in totals when port was excluded- rc9
- Fixed false fan failure detection *we hope*- rc9
- Fixed cleared log to indicate who cleared it- rc9
- Fixed so no duplicate VLAN ID allowed- rc9
- Fixed SSH session ending messages so not reported by dropbear- rc9
- Fixed Firefox autocomplete (workaround) - rc10
- Fixed language encoding - rc10
- Fixed console in UI - rc10
- Fixed graphs on Status Tab - rc11
- Fixed some incorrect voltage readings/alerts - rc11
- Fixed some more I2C communications problems mostly for SMART DC models. - rc12
- Fixed RSTP path cost now able to set to 1 - rc12
- Fixed Memory leak - rc16
- Fixed False fan alerts - rc16
- Fixed more I2C communications problems all models - rc16

ENHANCEMENTS
- Increased MAX allowed DC input voltage for WS-8-250-DC and WS-12-250-DC to 61.5V for off grid solar sites - rc2
- IMPROVED SMART DC switches I2C communication- rc9
- Added HTTP Port to be changed- rc9
- Added telnet for CLI access- rc9
- Added Discovery to Tools menu- rc9
- Added multiple languages support- rc9
- Added VLAN information to SNMP- rc9
- Added Revert Timer Help Balloon- rc9
- Added total power consumption to SNMP- rc9
- Added DC input voltage graph on the Device/Status Tab- rc9
- Added tooltips to buttons- rc9
- Added increased SMTP Username length- rc9
- Added Power tab on all models for time conditions- rc9
- Change ifDescr and ifAlias- rc9
- Time Condition graphic on Christmas tree rc10
- Added To line to email header rc10
- Added more graphs for SMART DC models under Device/Status Tab - rc11
- Added an Enable/Disable check box for TFTP backup - rc11
- Reduced CPU usage - rc12

KNOWN ISSUES
We are currently investigating a problem reported by a few customers as discussed in this thread: viewtopic.php?f=17&t=1654

At this time we have not identified the cause of this issue nor are we certain if this is our problem or not and is not fixed in rc16.

We feel it may have something to do with Flow Control and possibly involves RSTP?

If you poll the switch too fast with SNMP you can cause excessive CPU strain and possibly cause the switch to lock up.

rc16 Released 5/3/2016 - If your running v1.4.0rcX or have a SMART DC Switch I recommend upgrading
rc12 Released 4/14/2016 - If your running v1.4.0rcX or have a SMART DC Switch I recommend upgrading
rc11 Released 4/12/2016
rc10 Released 4/08/2016
rc9 Released 4/05/2016
rc4 Released 2/29/2016
rc3 Released 2/11/2016
rc2 Released 2/06/2016

[Dawizman]

Liking the increased voltage!! Everything internal can handle it? It would be nice to get some more voltage into my battery banks when the temperatures drop.

[sirhc]

You need more than 61.5V?

[Omniflux]

At 0.0° F, the correct equalization voltage for a 48V bank of Trojan T-105-RE (8 batteries) is 67.053 V. At -20.0° F, 68.387 V.

Mostly we stay below 63V during the absorption phase, but when that equalization cycle runs during the winter...

[Dawizman]

You need more than 61.5V?

Could we use more? You bet. Can I run at 60? You bet. Can I run better at 61.5? You bet.

I'm just happy to see a slight increase! That means I can get a bit more charge into my batteries when it's cold, and I need all I can get

[sirhc]

We are working on a change to allow up to maybe 80V on next production batches

[wayneorack]

We are working on a change to allow up to maybe 80V on next production batches

Cool!

Do you plan on selling "replacement" Power Supplies?

They could be very handy to power other 48VDC gear. Especially in the off grid market.

[sirhc]

rc3 FIXED
- Fixed rare problem with mac table not loading - rc3
- Fixed small UI issues with Firefox and IE - rc3

Released 2/11/2016

[mgthump]

if you need to hit 68 volts to charge your batteries properly, why don't you use a 24v bank and step the power down with a MPPT style controller ? those collect some juice in poor light condition's too. morning star makes one with a regulated output so your load isn't involved with your charging. I think your max input is some where around 140v to the 24v or 48v bank with optional regulated output

[sirhc]

FIXED
- Fixed SNMP reported uptime - rc2
- Fixed rare problem with mac table not loading - rc3
- Fixed small UI issues with Firefox and IE - rc3
- Fixed SNMP CPU counters - rc4
- Fixed SNMP firmware version string - rc4
- Fixed so log messages now used VLAN ID instead of index - rc4

ENHANCEMENTS
- Increased MAX allowed DC input voltage for WS-8-250-DC and WS-12-250-DC to 61.5V for off grid solar sites - rc2

KNOWN ISSUES
- None

rc4 Released 2/29/2016
rc3 Released 2/11/2016
rc2 Released 2/06/2016